On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi's Head of Research, Todd Rosenbluth, discussed the Fidelity Blue Chip Growth ETF (FBCG) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. The pair discussed several topics related to the ETF, in order to give investors a deeper understanding of it.
On this episode of the “ETF of the Week” podcast, VettaFi's Head of Research, Todd Rosenbluth, discussed the Fidelity Blue Chip Growth ETF (FBCG) with Chuck Jaffe of Money Life. For more news, information, and analysis, visit VettaFi | ETF Trends.
Fidelity Blue Chip Growth ETF employs active, conviction-weighted stock selection, outperforming the Russell 1000 Growth Index over the past three years during market concentration phases. FBCG's portfolio is highly concentrated: over 60% in its top 10 holdings and 80-82% in tech, consumer discretionary, and communication services, amplifying both returns and volatility. While forward valuations in FBCG's core sectors appear reasonable, rising CAPEX and potential EPS disappointments pose significant downside risk if expected growth fails to materialize.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TJD Thomas John Drogan PR Inc.IPAL SECURITIES Inc. | 166,094 | $8.91M | $9.93M | $1.02M | 11.48% |
| BZ Brandon Zatopek Commonwealth Equity Services LLC | 2.91M | $180.77M | $182.6M | $1.83M | 1.01% |
Woodard & Co Asset Management Woodard & Co Asset Management Group Inc. | 4,113 | $226,353.32 | $245,875.14 | $19,521.82 | 8.62% |
| JD Jim Dushek HARBOUR INVESTMENTS Inc. | 101,407 | $4.82M | $6.3M | $1.48M | 30.73% |
| RS Ramu Singh CALTON & ASSOCIATES Inc. | 23,889 | $1.33M | $1.5M | $171,663.03 | 12.93% |
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The investment approach of the fund centers around committing at least 80% of its assets into blue-chip companies, which are identified by Fidelity Management & Research Company LLC (FMR) as well-known, well-established, and well-capitalized entities typically with large or medium market capitalizations. The strategy focuses on investing in companies that are believed to possess above-average growth potential, often referred to as "growth" stocks. Notably, the fund adopts a non-diversified investment strategy, placing significant emphasis on selecting high-potential growth companies across different sectors.
This service involves allocating at least 80% of the fund's assets into blue-chip companies. These are enterprises that, according to FMR's analysis, are prominent, established, and possess significant capitalization, often reflecting stability and reliability in the market.
The fund targets companies believed to showcase above-average growth potential. Such investments are typically referred to as "growth" stocks, focusing on firms that manager anticipates will outperform in their respective sectors or the overall market due to innovative products, services, or operational efficiencies.